Kogelberg Nature Reserve Review Tucked away along the Cape Whale Coast of South Africa, within the rugged Hottentots Holland mountain range, lies a hidden treasure—the Kogelberg Nature Reserve. Known as the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, this reserve is one of the richest biodiversity hotspots on the planet. It is home to over 1,880 […]
Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa Review Over a decade ago, long before I started writing about my travels, I visited Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa with my family. We were so impressed by the resort that it carved a place in our minds as one of the best places we’ve stayed at in South Africa. […]
A Marine Big 5 Tour with Marine Dynamics “There is pleasure in the pathless woods, there is rapture in the lonely shore, there is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea, and music in its roar; I love not Man the less, but Nature more.” —Lord Byron (Spotted in the restroom at Marine Dynamics’ […]
Arniston Spa Hotel Review Surrounded by exquisite beaches, white sand dunes and lush nature reserves, the charming seaside town of Arniston in the Cape Overberg has been a holiday destination since the early 20th century. In those days, holidaymakers would come by ox wagon, bringing all their supplies, including live chickens, with them. Fortunately, that […]
Pullman Cape Town City Centre Review Cape Town is consistently listed amongst the best and most beautiful cities in the world. It is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, diverse cultures, rich history and captivating blend of architectural styles, from Dutch colonial buildings to modern skyscrapers, reflecting its complex past and dynamic present. It is also […]
Hyatt Regency Cape Town Review The historic, colourful district of Bo-Kaap has always fascinated me. It’s the one place in Cape Town that I must visit every time I go there. Originally established in 1760 under darker conditions, it is now one of South Africa’s most colourful neighbourhoods as well as one of the most […]
Are There Still Sharks in Gansbaai? By Kiara Homan Shark cage diving in Cape Town offers a riveting encounter with the ocean's most formidable predator, the great white shark. The azure waters of the South African coast provide thrill-seekers with a unique opportunity to come face-to-face with these majestic creatures. Diving operators in the region […]
The President Hotel Review For over 250 years, the location of the current President Hotel has been a coveted one. In the 18th century, it was the site of the Society House, a recreational retreat in Cape Town where the rich and elite of the day would travel to be seen. After several ownership changes […]
Morukuru Beach Lodge Review I’d never seen a starfish in its natural environment before. Nor a sea anemone, sea urchin or abalone. Even though I’d been on many land-based wildlife-viewing safaris, this was my first time witnessing the aquarium under the sea and I was mesmerised. As you may have guessed, I am not a […]